Route guide

Paris → Ljubljana

964 km · France to Slovenia · Fastest: 4h by flight · Cheapest: €33+ by bus

How to travel from Paris to Ljubljana

There are 4 ways to travel between Paris and Ljubljana — compare duration, price and operators below.

🚄Train

€73–214

Duration: 8h 2m

via SNCF (TGV), Intercités, Slovenske železnice

~13 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚌Bus

€33–87

Duration: 13h 46m

via FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus

~27 kg CO₂ per passenger

✈️Flight

€74–236

Duration: 3h 47m

via Ryanair, easyJet, Air France, Air Slovenia, Wizz Air

~150 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚗Car

€116–212

Duration: 10h 43m

~164 kg CO₂ per passenger

Where they are on the map

Paris and Ljubljana highlighted among the 50 European cities we cover. Map is schematic, not to scale.

Travel tips for this route

At 964 km it's a longer journey — overnight stay strongly recommended.
Both train and flight options exist. Trains often beat flights door-to-door under 600 km once you count airport overhead.
This route crosses from France into Slovenia. Check passport/ID requirements with your operator before booking.
Long-distance coaches (FlixBus and similar) are typically 30–50% cheaper than train, but 2–3× slower.

Paris to Ljubljana — every option in detail

Paris to Ljubljana by train

Trains link Paris (France) and Ljubljana (Slovenia) through the European rail network. Most journeys take around 8h 2m including one or two connections at major hubs.

Operators on this corridor include SNCF (TGV), Intercités, Slovenske železnice.

Train fares are dynamic — typical range is €73 to €214. Advance-purchase tickets (1–2 months ahead) almost always beat walk-up prices.

Climate footprint: about 13 kg CO₂ per passenger by train vs roughly 150 kg by flight — taking the train saves ~137 kg on this distance.

Paris to Ljubljana by bus

Long-distance coaches connect Paris and Ljubljana with a typical journey of 13h 46m. Buses are usually the slowest mode for this corridor but consistently the cheapest.

Operators include FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

Fares start from around €33 when booked in advance, rising to €87 for last-minute travel.

Most modern coaches offer Wi-Fi, USB charging and reclining seats. Overnight services exist on longer corridors and can save a hotel night.

Paris to Ljubljana by flight

Flights between Paris and Ljubljana take around 1h in the air, but plan on roughly 3h 47m door-to-door once you add airport transfers, check-in and security.

Airlines on this route include Ryanair, easyJet, Air France, Air Slovenia, Wizz Air.

Typical fare range is €74–236. Low-cost carriers offer the cheapest base fares but charge separately for bags and seat selection.

Climate footprint: approximately 150 kg CO₂ per passenger for this flight.

Paris to Ljubljana by car

The driving distance from Paris to Ljubljana is approximately 1109 km. At motorway speeds, plan on around 10h 43m of driving plus stops.

Fuel-only running cost is in the €116–212 range for a typical car. Toll roads may apply, especially in France, Italy, Spain, Austria and Switzerland — budget extra accordingly.

Crossing the France–Slovenia border by car is straightforward within the Schengen Area; check current rules with the operator or border authority if either country is outside it.

Climate footprint: approximately 164 kg CO₂ per passenger assuming 1.5 occupants per car.

About this route

The distance between Paris and Ljubljana is approximately 964 kilometres. Direct or connecting trains link the two cities through the European rail network. Both cities have international airports with regular flight service. Long-distance coaches offer a budget-friendly alternative on this route. Estimates below reflect typical operator schedules and fare ranges; book in advance for the best prices.

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